In the words of William West Durant "few who have not lived this heartfelt, invigorating life can appreciate its wonderful charm. Summer in the Adirondacks is a return to nature, a surreal and unsurpassed adventure in the woods never to be forgotten "
Long before the Hamptons new yorks richest and most powerful gathered with their families around the 742 acre upper st. regis lake in the Adirondack Mountains.
Along the westerly shore sits Camp Woodmere on 32 acres with over 1900 ft of shoreline. In 1883, Robert Garrett, (a notable American athlete who was the first modern day Olympic champion for discuss throw and shot put,) Purchased the property and began construction. Today, All of the buildings are authentic and well preserved with numerous upgrades for the convince of contemporary necessities. There are a total of 25 structures on the property including the large pavilion boathouse, octagonal lakefront office, dining hall and numerous sleeping cabins.
Upper St. Regis lake is renowned for its scenic and recreational beauty as well as its historical significance. The famous landmarks which enhance its private shoreline include Marjorie ....Merriweather ......Post's....... Camp Top Ridge, Frederick Vanderbilts Pine Tree Point as well as Camp Woodmere. The property is located within 15 minutes from the Adirondack Regional Airport capable of landing a Boeing 757 at any time of year. It's also within a 25 minute drive to Saranac Lake and 35 minutes to Lake Placid.
Beyond it's incredible history, Camp Woodmere has remained with the Garrett family for 125 years ....... and now it's up sale.......
Offered for the first time in nearly 100 years, Forestmere is a classic 660 acre preserve located just five miles north of Paul Smiths in the Town of Brighton. Mile-long Chain Lake is the centerpiece of this sportsman's/family retreat together with Clear Lake, Spring Pond, several small bro
This exceptional mountaintop preserve offers the ultimate in privacy and some of the most dramatic views of Whiteface Mtn. in the Lake Placid region. 267 wooded acres surrounded by State wilderness land with a gated entrance and underground electrical services.
Long Pond Camp is a one of a kind Adirondack compound retreat located on the northern boundary of the Adirondack Park. The centerpiece of this unique 775 acre wilderness property is an entire mile long lake plus smaller adjacent Lake Harris and Carp Pond.
